At Ice Miller, our national presence and multidisciplinary approach set us apart as a law firm dedicated to fostering economic growth through our comprehensive Economic Development Strategies and Incentives practice. Our team of lawyers represents a diverse array of the firm's capabilities, including public affairs, government relations, commercial real estate, public finance, tax, environmental, and corporate law. Together, we form a cohesive resource for our valued clients.
Our approach begins with collaborating closely with clients to structure proposed projects, identify potential incentives, and craft a strategy for engaging with federal, state, and local officials to secure optimal incentive packages. With our extensive experience, we are well-equipped to advise on all types of incentives nationwide, including commercial and residential tax abatement; PILOT agreements; federal, state, and local economic development grants and incentives; tax-increment financing, federal, state, and local tax credits, sales and use tax exemptions and rebates, brownfield remediation, and various other forms of public-private partnerships designed to foster local investment. We excel in identifying available programs, pioneering innovative approaches, and structuring the ideal blend of incentives to maximize economic and tax benefits while mitigating liabilities. We negotiate the most favorable agreements with relevant federal, state, and local authorities and, ultimately, help our clients with the implementation of incentive packages and the overall execution of their projects.
Our services span the entire transaction cycle, from initial economic impact analysis and site selection to strategic planning and transaction closing, all the way to post-closing compliance reporting and systems development. Our insight goes beyond conceptualization and structuring; we are dedicated to obtaining and implementing incentive packages that are essential to our clients’ project success. Our exceptional track record representing clients has earned us a national reputation as leaders in the field. Recognized year after year by both Chambers USA and Best Lawyers in America, we consistently rank among the nation's top law firms.
Economic incentives wield a substantial and quantifiable impact on real estate development projects, capital expansion initiatives, and business operating costs. Skillful legal counsel and strategic consulting services are pivotal to determining the feasibility and ultimate success of these complex economic development projects. At the core of Ice Miller's Economic Development Strategies and Incentives practice lies a profound commitment to promoting economic vitality and fostering sustainable growth. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that clients encounter in today's dynamic landscape, and we provide the insight and experience you need to thrive.
Services:
- Brownfield Redevelopment and Environmental Remediation
- Corporate Reorganization and Workouts
- Corporate Site Selection
- Corporate Trust/Bond Default
- Housing Financings
- Incentive Compliance Reporting and Compliance Systems Development
- Incentive Negotiations
- Public Infrastructure/Public-Private Partnerships (P3s)
- Real Estate Development and Land Use
- Tax Optimization
